What are the responsibilities and job description for the Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant position at HealthPRO Heritage?
Licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) – Jacksonville, FL
Location: Cypress Village OP | Skilled Nursing Facility
HealthPro Heritage has an exciting full-time PTA opportunity at Cypress Village Outpatient in Jacksonville, FL!
Why You’ll Love This Role
At HealthPro Heritage, we offer a fulfilling career where you can positively impact lives and achieve personal and professional growth. As a therapist-led, diverse organization, we provide clinical services across various settings, including nursing facilities, retirement communities, hospitals, home care, and pediatric schools and clinics. Join us to be part of a team that values your skills, listens to your input, and makes a meaningful difference in the community.
Responsibilities
Location: Cypress Village OP | Skilled Nursing Facility
HealthPro Heritage has an exciting full-time PTA opportunity at Cypress Village Outpatient in Jacksonville, FL!
Why You’ll Love This Role
- Supportive, collaborative therapy team
- Work in a well-established Skilled Nursing Facility
- Make a meaningful impact in the lives of seniors every day
- Hourly rate: $30–$34 (based on experience)
- Benefits starting month 1
- Consistent schedule & strong team culture
- Provide high-quality treatment under the direction of a Physical Therapist
- Assist residents in restoring mobility, strength, and independence
- Document patient progress and communicate with the interdisciplinary team
- Active Florida PTA license
- Passion for working with the senior population
- Positive attitude, teamwork mindset, and strong communication skills
- Purpose-Driven Work: Be part of a mission-driven organization dedicated to compassionate care and innovative therapy solutions.
- Growth Opportunities: Enjoy continuous learning and development opportunities tailored to support your professional growth.
- Collaborative Culture: Thrive in a supportive environment where teamwork, respect, and open communication are at the heart of everything we do.
- Commitment to Excellence: Join a team recognized for clinical expertise and commitment to delivering high-quality care and outcomes.
- Competitive Benefits Package: Enjoy competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package designed with YOU in mind!
At HealthPro Heritage, we offer a fulfilling career where you can positively impact lives and achieve personal and professional growth. As a therapist-led, diverse organization, we provide clinical services across various settings, including nursing facilities, retirement communities, hospitals, home care, and pediatric schools and clinics. Join us to be part of a team that values your skills, listens to your input, and makes a meaningful difference in the community.
Responsibilities
- Patient Care: Assist in implementing treatment plans designed by Physical Therapists. Provide direct patient care including therapeutic exercises, manual therapy, and modality applications.
- Treatment and Education: Monitor and document patient progress, report observations to the Physical Therapist, and educate patients and families on treatment protocols, exercises, and self-care techniques.
- Documentation: Accurately document patient treatments, progress, and responses in compliance with facility policies and regulatory standards.
- Collaboration: Work closely with Physical Therapists, other healthcare professionals, and support staff to ensure coordinated patient care and effective treatment outcomes.
- Education: Associate’s degree in Physical Therapist Assisting from an accredited program.
- Licensure: Valid state licensure as a Physical Therapist Assistant, or license eligible
- Skills: Strong assessment, diagnostic, and therapeutic abilities with excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Proficient in using diagnostic tools, therapy equipment, relevant software, and electronic health record systems, with a proven ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team.
Salary : $30 - $34